Field Director

Field Director - ArchaeologyAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better.To support its growing CRM program in the Louisiana / Mississippi area, HDR is seeking a qualified person for a career level position in our Metairie, Louisiana office. Field directors are responsible for managing archaeological field investigations, directing field crews, documenting archaeological sites, and authoring technical reports.Primary Responsibilities:Manage archaeological surveys and site documentation, including feature and artifact identification and analyses; performing shovel test pits (STPs); site descriptions; photographs; and mappingPossess the technical knowledge to supervise archaeological field technicians and crew chiefs in field and office settingsWork with multi-disciplinary teams in our Resources, Transportation, and Water Business Groups in the South Central (TX, OK, LA, AR, MS) region and nationally to help plan, staff, and execute major cultural resource management effortsManage the production of professional quality reports for NRHP and NEPA compliancePerform other duties as neededPhysical Requirements:Must be able to record cultural resources in the field without any physical assistance (this could include hiking short distances in scrub and native vegetation)Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds without assistanceMust be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone, and emailMust be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environmentsWork hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shiftsMust have a valid Driver's LicenseBe able to operate a vehicle day or nightApproximately 80% travel requiredPreferred Qualifications:Minimum 2 years' experience managing junior staff during fieldwork and report preparationMaster's Degree Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related fieldMust be able to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (e.g., rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures)Must have good organizational skills, a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and execute new tasksPrevious work experience in cultural resource projectsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History or closely related fieldExperience with Microsoft Office SuiteSelf-starter with excellent writing and communication skillsWillingness to work under varied weather conditionsSuccessful candidates must be familiar with field study design and documentation, regulatory framework for cultural resource management, and GIS utilitiesAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mustPrimary Location: United States-Louisiana-MetairieOther Locations: United States-Louisiana-Baton RougeIndustry: Environment/SciencesSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: Regular BusinessClass : Cultural Resources